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    479 Putnam Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

    9beds
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    Multi Family
    Built in 1899
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    $2,953,800 Zestimate®
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    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private backyardGenerous natural lightBeautiful tree-lined blockWell-proportioned bedroomsLarge finished basementCeramic tiles throughoutComfortable sitting room
    Fully Renovated Three Family, 4 Story Brownstone 479 Putnam Avenue is a turnkey multi-family brownstone located in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. The building features three gut-renovated, income-producing 3-bedroom apartments, offering an excellent opportunity for either an investor or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit and generate rental income from the others. Each unit has split level a/c and heating units plus baseboard heating. No expenses were spared in this renovation. The home features hard wood floors, granite countertops, and ceramic tiles throughout, with all new electrical and plumbing systems. Unit 1 is a spacious garden triplex with 3/4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a private backyard, and a large, finished basement. The backyard is accessible from the kitchen deck, or via a comfortable sitting room and provides ideal space for outdoor entertaining, dining, gardening, or relaxation. The finished basement offers substantial recreation and storage space. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with standup shower. Units 2 and 3 each feature 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with bright open-concept layouts, generous natural light, and well-proportioned bedrooms. Situated on a beautiful tree-lined block, the property is close to a wide variety of restaurants, nightlife, and neighborhood amenities while still offering a quiet and private residential setting. There are several parks and playgrounds in the immediate area, plus is close to subways, buses and LIRR. The property has been fully renovated and presents strong income-producing potential with three updated units. Whether purchased as an investment or as a primary residence with rental income opportunities, it offers significant value and flexibility. Lot size is 19x100 and the building size is 19x45. This building offers approximately 3420 sqft of interior living space across 4 stories. The house can be sold fully furnished, if desired. Please let me know if you would like additional details or would be interested in scheduling a viewing. *Please note, for Zillow video viewing, scroll to Show More, Facts & Features. Under Property, view virtual tour. Trulia, scroll to see virtual video..
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cozy Corner Realty LLC 917-923-4038,

    Lorraine Digregorio

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1848454

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 9
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
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      Property

      Details
      • Parcel number: 018250049
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Condition
      • Year built: 1899

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Bedford-Stuyvesant
      Location
      • Region: Brooklyn

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $1,851,000
      • Annual tax amount: $4,862
      • Date on market: 9/17/2026

        Estimated market value

        $2,953,800

        $2.81M - $3.10M

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/17/2026Listed for sale$2,999,000+3.4%
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        10/3/2023Listing removed--
        Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
        7/28/2023Listed for sale$2,900,000+192.9%
        Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
        1/18/2023Sold$990,000-41.8%
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/16/2020Listing removed$1,700,000
        Source: Brooklyn Properties Report a problem
        1/8/2020Listed for sale$1,700,000+785.4%
        Source: Brooklyn Properties Report a problem
        7/17/1997Sold$192,000
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,862 -0.3%$111,060 -5.7%
        2024$4,879 $117,780 -5.9%
        2023-- $125,160 -8.7%
        2022-- $137,160 +17.4%
        2021-- $116,820 +19.7%
        2020$4,322 +0.9%$97,620 +5.3%
        2019$4,285 +7.2%$92,700 +385.1%
        2018$3,997 +8.7%$19,108 +6%
        2017$3,676 +10.5%$18,032 +6%
        2016$3,327 $17,017
        2015$3,327 +62.2%$17,017 +0.9%
        2014$2,052 $16,869 +5.9%
        2013-- $15,924 +6%
        2012-- $15,027 +6%
        2011-- $14,181
        2010-- $14,181 +0.9%
        2009-- $14,058 +5.9%
        2008-- $13,270 +6%
        2007-- $12,523 +6%
        2006-- $11,818
        2005-- $11,818 +0.9%
        2004-- $11,715 +5.9%
        2003-- $11,059 +6%
        2002-- $10,436 +6%
        2001-- $9,849
        2000-- $9,849
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant

        Getting around

        95 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        75 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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